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Echo HCA-260 Operator's Manual

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Shaft Hedge Clipper
Operator's Manual
MODEL:
Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe opera-
tion. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.
X7532095003
HCA-260
WARNING
DANGER
X753001633
01/06

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  • Page 1 WARNING DANGER Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. ECHO provides an Operator's Manual and a Safety Manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe opera- tion. Failure to do so could result in serous injury.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NTRODUCTION Welcome to the ECHO family. This ECHO product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job dependability. Read and understand this manual and the SAFETY MANUAL you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and SAFETY messages.

  • Page 3: Safety

    HAFT EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL AFETY MANUAL SAFETY SYMBOLS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
  • Page 4 Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing Protection Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used. Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;...
  • Page 5 HAFT EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).

  • Page 6: Equipment

    Use only ECHO approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments, or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.

  • Page 7: Description

    Locate these safety decals on your unit. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDER- ING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 8 POWER HEAD - Factory Assembled. Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. GRIP, RIGHT HAND, REAR - Cushioned grip for Right Hand. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting. Operation of the throttle trigger is prevented unless throttle trigger lockout lever is engaged.

  • Page 9: Contents

    ONTENTS Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly is required. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts. ___ 1 - Power Head...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    SSEMBLY Tools Required: 4 mm hex wrench, 8mm x 10mm Open End Wrench, Screwdriver Parts Required: Power Head, Drive Shaft/Gear Case Assembly, Front (Loop) Handle Assembly: Loop Handle, Handle Mounting Bracket 5 x 35 mm screws (4), 5 mm hex nuts (4) DRIVE SHAFT GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY POWER HEAD...

  • Page 11: Front (Loop) Handle Installation

    / low idle extremes are adjusted properly (see Carburetor Adjust- ment page 21). If proper adjustment cannot be achieved with adjusting nut (B), consult with your Echo Dealer for correct adjustment procedure. Tighten nut (B). Connect 2 ignition leads (C, D) from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads (C, D) on engine.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Echo premium Power Blend Universal 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed shut-off containers to reduce fuel at 50:1 ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. spillage. Handling Fuel After use •...

  • Page 13: Adjusting Cutting Angle

    HAFT EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL ADJUSTING CUTTING ANGLE WARNING DANGER Never adjust cutting assembly with engine running. WARNING DANGER Hedge clipper blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when adjusting cutting assembly. WARNING DANGER DO NOT stand hedge clipper on end when adjusting cutting angle, otherwise serious injury may result Place unit on a flat clear area.

  • Page 14: Rotate Cutter Assembly

    ROTATE CUTTER ASSEMBLY Always use the unit from the right-hand side of your body – NEVER from the left side. Rotate cutter assembly 180 degrees on driveshaft in order to avoid cutting directly above your head, and to avoid contact with hot muffler.

  • Page 15: Starting Warm Engine

    The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer. Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the “Clear”...

  • Page 16: Stopping Engine

    DANGER If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using shaft hedge clipper again. IMPORTANT Always install blade cover, and return cutting assembly to folded/ locked position for travel/storage.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    ECHO Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the ECHO Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your ECHO Dealer for repairs. SKILL LEVEL Level 1 = Easy to do.

  • Page 18: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Level 1. Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) cleaning brush Parts required: 90030 REPOWER Air & Fuel Filter Kit Close choke (Cold Start Position [ ]). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from the air filter area.

  • Page 19: Spark Plug

    HAFT EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL SPARK PLUG Level 2. Tools Required: T-Wrench, feeler gauge, soft metal brush Parts Required: REPOWER Tune-Up Kit P/N 90075 IMPORTANT Use only NGK BPM-8Y spark plug (BPMR-8Y in Canada) otherwise severe engine damage may occur. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode.

  • Page 20: Exhaust System

    Remove spark plug lead. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (A). Remove screw and top guard (B). Remove cylinder cover (C). IMPORTANT DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank.

  • Page 21: Carburetor Adjustment

    The cylinder exhaust port must be inspected and cleaned of excess carbon every 3 months or 90 hours of operation in order to maintain this engine within the emissions durability period. ECHO strongly recommends that you return your unit to your ECHO dealer for this important maintenance service. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 22: Lubrication

    Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service. Gear Housing Assembly Level 2 Tools required: Grease gun, rag Parts required: ECHO LUBE 14 oz. cartridge P/N 91015 or ® Lithium Based Grease Clean dirt from grease fittings (A).
  • Page 23 NOTE Hedge Clipper drive shaft should be greased every 25 hours of operation. Tools required: 4 mm hex wrench, 8mm open end wrench, clean rag, small brush. Parts required: ECHO LUBE 14 oz. cartridge P/N 91015 or ® Lithium-based Grease.

  • Page 24: Sharpening Blades

    Parts required: None IMPORTANT Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized ECHO Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur. Tighten blade bolts until snug, then loosen blade bolts 1/2 turn. Hold blade bolts from turning using 10 mm wrench, and tighten blade lock nuts with other 10 mm wrench.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    HAFT EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL ROUBLESHOOTING r o t r o t i a r i l l r o t r e l i l y i l y r o t r e l f f u r e l h t i r u t r / n...

  • Page 26: Storage

    TORAGE WARNING DANGER During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. IMPORTANT Always store and transport shaft hedge clippers in a stable, horizontal position. Always install blade cover, and return cutting assembly to folded/locked position for travel/storage.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    EDGE LIPPER PERATOR ANUAL PECIFICATIONS MODEL ----------------------------------------------------- HCA-260 Length ------------------------------------------------------- 2235 mm (88.0 in.) Width -------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Height ------------------------------------------------------- 250 mm (9.84 in.) Weight (dry) * ---------------------------------------------- 6.35 kg (14.0 lb.) Engine Type ------------------------------------------------ Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore ---------------------------------------------------------- 34.0 mm (1.34 in.)

  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    • Purchasing from your Echo Dealer. • Manuals are available by sending a written request stating the model number and serial number of your Echo unit, part number of the manual, your name and address, and mail to the address below.

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